What is the cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is to train which takes 29 min and costs €9 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Heidelberg central train station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is 54 km. The road distance is 53.8 km.

How do I travel from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof without a car?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs €9 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof bus from?

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof train from?

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is to train which takes 29 min and costs €9 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €8 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heidelberg central train station.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof train arrive?

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof is 54 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

Book your Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof.

Can I share a ride from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Karlsruhe and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
29 min
€9–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Heidelberg central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
50 min
€4–8
Drive 53.8 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhofcar 53.8 km
32 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftaxi 53.8 km
32 min
€120–150
Bus via Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof Süd to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhofbus S3 / ...
2h 27m
€16–23
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Karlsruhe to Heidelbergrideshare 54.9 km
1h 20m
€4

Karlsruhe to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof by train

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Distance: 53.7 km
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Karlsruhe, Germany and Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €9–45 and the journey takes 29 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Heidelberg central train station hourly. Tickets cost €4–8 and the journey takes 45 min.

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